Denver Nuggets' Jamal Murray Likely Out Until December Due to Hamstring Strain

Absence of key player threatens to derail Nuggets' stellar start to season, with former Pistons and LA Clippers starter Reggie Jackson slotted to fill the role of point guard.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray will be sidelined until December due to a right hamstring strain. The injury might lead him to miss the NBA In-Season Tournament, threatening the Nuggets' top start to their season.
Reggie Jackson, a former starter for the Pistons and LA Clippers, will take over the role of starting point guard for the Nuggets in Murray's absence. Increased playing time will also be given to Collin Gillespie and rookie Julian Strawther.
Nuggets' officials are ensuring a cautious approach in handling Murray's injury to avoid lingering issues. It is expected that Murray will need three to four weeks to heal fully before returning to play.
Murray, who is a vital player in Nuggets' championship team, was pivotal to the Nuggets' victory in the NBA title last season, averaging 26.1 points, 7.1 assists and 5.7 rebounds in 20 playoff games.
Rookie Jalen Pickett, a second-team All-American for Penn State, is expected to back up Reggie Jackson in the meantime. Despite the temporary loss of Murray, other players like Nikola Jokić remain optimistic about the team's ability to handle the situation.